When to Plant Plum Tree in Clermont, Florida (34713)

Location

Clermont, Florida

ZIP Code

34713

USDA Zone

10a

Last Frost

Sunday, January 25, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Sunday, December 14, 2025

Based on last frost Sunday, January 25, 2026 · Zone 10a

Pro tip: Sow Plum Tree directly outdoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.

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🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Prunus domestica

Days to Maturity 1460 days

Mature Height 60-180"

Spread 150"

Type Deciduous Tree

Fruit Size Medium (1-2 inches)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Moderate (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

180" apart

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🪴 Vegetative propagation

Propagate vegetatively, not by seed

Plum seeds do not grow true. Propagate by grafting for reliable fruit quality.

Remove flesh from pit, crack the outer shell, and cold-stratify for 3–4 months to germinate.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Plum Tree in Clermont, Florida? +

In Clermont (Zone 10a), direct sow Plum Tree outdoors around Sunday, December 14, 2025.

What is the last frost date for Clermont, Florida? +

The average last spring frost date for Clermont, Florida (ZIP 34713) is around Sunday, January 25, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 10a.

How long does Plum Tree take to grow? +

Plum Tree typically matures in about 1460 days from direct sowing. In Clermont, that means you can expect harvest around Sunday, December 14, 2025 plus 1460 days.

Should I start Plum Tree indoors or direct sow in Florida? +

Plum Tree does best when direct sown outdoors. In Clermont, sow directly around Sunday, December 14, 2025.

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Growing Plum Tree in Zone 10a

Plum Tree (Prunus domestica) is a popular garden vegetable. In Clermont, Florida, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10a, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, December 14, 2025.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, January 25, 2026. Plum Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.